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Karen K - Ohio

Karen K - Ohio

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I've been a book-lover my whole life and have worked with computers my entire career, so Shelfari is my dream site. I am never without a book nearby, just in case I get a few minutes to read. I'm lucky to have a job that combines both computers and books, I work in the technology center and reference department of a lovely old library. When... more »
  • Strasburg, OH, USA
  • member since August 5, 2008

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  • Kristina F

    Kristina F says

    Hi! I'm starting a book discussion here on shelfari. I saw that you're from Ohio and thought I'd send you a quick invitation to join :)

    Ohio Readers :: http://www.shelfari.com/groups/87399/about

    :)

    posted 6 months ago. ( send a note )
  • ScottJ

    ScottJ says

    I've read three of Christopher Moore's books. I think Lamb was the best of them. I found out about David Rakoff through NPR's "This American Life." He was also interviewed by Terry Gross on Fresh Air.

    posted 8 months ago. ( send a note )
  • ScottJ

    ScottJ says

    Thank you for confirming my feelings about "Freedom." I failed to see why reviewers hailed this book. Perhaps I am tiring of cynicism, as I felt the tone of the book was rife with it. Not that I have become a Pollyanna, but I find myself steering away from cynical music and books. I like snarky authors such as David Rakoff, and David Sedaris.

    posted 8 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Xandi Mars

    Xandi Mars says

    Hi, her other books is great.... Half Broken Horses, also i loved reading about Ingrid Betancourt.. Even Silence Has an End.

    posted 10 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Lauren P

    Lauren P says

    Amazon readers gave it 3-1/2 stars. Not an astounding endorsement, but still, it was unique. The author, I'm sure, took tons of liberty when she expanded on the diary entries -- which were incredibly short, so you really have to look at it as mostly fiction, but none-the-less, it was interesting to catch of glimpse of life back then. (Though I must admit, the girl/woman in the story wouldn't be anyone I'd be interested in knowing. She was awfully egotistical.)

    posted 12 months ago. ( send a note )
  • ITZME

    ITZME says

    I did read a good autobio recently "Jan's Story". It is about early onset Alzheimers. Would you like to be my friend???

    posted 12 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Lauren P

    Lauren P says

    Unfortunately, I don't think they're humorous books. In fact, I think they're pretty heavy. There's a couple I'd like Jenna to give a shot: "An Abundance of Katherines" and "Paper Towns". His other ones actually look a little too "adult" that what I think is appropriate for youth fiction. Especially for Jenna.

    posted 12 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Lauren P

    Lauren P says

    Hey sis! Yes, Jenna read the Hunger Games for school. I seem to remember that at first she didn't like it because it was pretty dark, but it grew on her as she read further. But still, it was too dark for her to continue the series.

    I see you're going to read Elephant Run. She loved that one. She says she loves books that expose her to other countries and ways of life. Isn't that so cool? That's such a great reason to read books!

    We added a couple of new books by John Green who writes young adult fiction to her "to read" list. Some of his stuff I think is a bit too daring for younger teens, but the two on her shelf look promising. (She follows he and his brother's vlog on YouTube where they send videos back and forth to each other. They are quite hilarious at times ... and very insightful at others. Their channel is call the "vlogbrothers." Check them out. I think you'd like their stuff.)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Lauren P

    Lauren P says

    I'm having a heck of a time finding time to read these days. I started "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" and love it so far, but can't find time -- other than bedtime -- to read it; and then I fall asleep too quickly. I started listening to "Mudbound" now that I'm driving Kristen back and forth to school again. Depressing start, but none-the-less, very good. Jenna and I are finishing up the last Chronicles of Narnia book together. (I read it aloud to her for some cuddle time together.) I see you've updated your account. I'm going to go check out what you've been reading lately now.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Barbara

    Barbara says

    No, I haven't read that one but it does sound good. Also consider David Brin's the Postman. I like the old timers too, like Gene Roddenbery, Vonda McIntyre, especially her Sim - Gen books, Issac Asimov (the one's I can understand). Ray Bradbury. Have fun!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Barbara

    Barbara says

    still looking for scifi to read? Have you tried Scott Card or Greg? Bear

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Lauren P

    Lauren P says

    I need to stop checking out your Shelfari page! I'm adding more books to my "To Read" shelf than I am to my "Read" shelf!! When I'm done listening to the Harry Potter series, I was wondering which book I'd listen to next. Sounds like "Mudbound" will be the one. Do you know of any other books that lend themselves to audio CDs?

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Denise G

    Denise G says

    I do cross stitching also. I have lots of projects that I have started. Luckly, I can finish books. I usually buy the books so I can read them again and again. I'm still tying to put all the rest of my books on the shelf. Soon......
    "Bel Canto" was sooooo wonderful. I hope you enjoy it!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Denise G

    Denise G says

    Sorry it has been so long for me to respond. My computer has been up and down, and my work schedule is impossible. You asked about two of my books. Bel Canto was absolutely wonderful. A must read. It's a book that touches your very soul. The other was My Antonia. Again...read it and reread it. It's great. But then, anything by Willa Cather has to be good!
    By the way, I love your cat picture!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Stephen

    Stephen says

    I'm so glad you liked the book! It was a good read huh. Gosh... other funny books eh. I am a huge fan of Peter Mayle... travel writer about France. If you're a francophile at all it's great! Actually, if you ljust like a good read and enjoy a laugh... great books. Start with 'A Year in Provence' and work your way through. And if you're a foodie at all you must read 'French Lessons' by the same.
    And on a side note... I know you're interested in culture... I just finished the book 'God's Middle Finger' (nothing religious about this book despite the title)... and it gives an interesting perspective on Mexican culture. Interesting book and the stories kept me going.
    Hope my rambling helps!
    Happy reading!
    S.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Evelyn R

    Evelyn R says

    So true! Have you read the other two books J. Maarten Troost has written? They are also laugh-out-loud funny in places! Can you recommend any other authors who write in a similar style? By the way, I don't care for anything heavily laden with historical facts if I'm reading for pleasure...the rhythm of a book feels broken to me when the author suddenly shifts from recounting his humorous escapades to laying down twenty pages of what basically amounts to a section out of a history textbook.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Isabelle S

    Isabelle S says

    Saw your review for Mudbound - so glad you liked it!

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Lauren P

    Lauren P says

    Hi Karen! What did you think of "90 Minutes in Heaven"? Kristen's supposed to read this book for school. I'm a little surprised because it strikes me as a bit questionable. Guess I'll have to read it too.

    Hey, I'm reading "Left to Tell" now. Incredible!

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • AMdR

    AMdR says

    Julia B's summary is riught on, but I enjoyed reading the book and would recommend it.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Julia B

    Julia B says

    Hi Karen,
    Sarah's Key is a lovely novel but very sad. It is a Holocaust tale, well written and touching, in which there is a lot of loss but also love. If this is the kind of story you like then I recommend it to you. Warmly, Julia

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )

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